This post is all about cozy bedroom decor ideas for women who want a stylish space.
If you want to curate the coziest bedroom for yourself but don’t quite know where to start – then you’re in the right place.
Whether you’re looking to redecorate or start from scratch – sometimes we have the big idea of what we want to achieve (a cozy bedroom) but don’t know how to piece it all together.
That’s why we’ve curated a list of 25 tips on how to choose bedroom decor. After all, we spend a lot of time relaxing, getting ready in and sleeping in our bedroom! We know that our bedroom space can directly impact our mood and even our health – so it’s important to spend time and effort creating that space that you need.
If cozy bedroom decor is what you’re looking to create – then let’s go make a house a home! Here are our top 25 tips for cozy bedroom decor!
How To: Cozy Bedroom Decor Edition
1. Choose your color scheme
Before we get into the nitty-gritty, the first step is to decide on your color scheme. This will obviously dictate further choices on what decor to buy so you must choose this first.
How do you know what color scheme to choose?
Think about what colors you are drawn to – what colors feel soothing or cozy to you.
If nothing springs to mind, it’s always a good idea to look to inspiration or color palettes for ideas. Here are 3 cozy bedroom color palettes that we love:
Soothing Greens
Nothing says cozy like a soft natural green. Opt for sage or lighter shades for a feminine yet homely feel.
Wholesome Blues
Another super welcoming bedroom color scheme is light blue.
Earthy Terracottas
Looking for something more earthy and slightly more masculine? Opt for earthy terracotta colors.
2. Choose your aesthetic
Once you’ve chosen your color scheme, now narrow down your bedroom decor by aesthetic. This will make bedroom decor shopping much more focused.
Think about what ‘vibe’ makes you feel cozy and at-home.
Some popular cozy bedroom decor aesthetics include: scandi hygge, country cottage, grandma chic, coastal, boho chic, earthy and many more.
Explore some of these aesthetics at the end of this list.
3. Start With Your Headboard
While your bed is the foundation of your bedroom, the headboard is the place to start. A cozy and inviting bed is the centrepiece of your room and needs to be chosen first.
Once you have your bed headboard then everything else be chosen around that.
A classic go-to for a cozy bedroom aesthetic is an upholstered headboard. They not only look cozy but they feel cozy when you are leaning against it while reading a book in bed!
Another cozy headboard option is a rattan headboard – this is perfect for the boho or earthy aesthetic.
4. Bedding, Bedding, Bedding!
Now that you’ve chosen your base for the bed – the next step is to choose the comfiest mattress ever! We recommend going into some mattress stores to find your perfect match because it really is so subjective!
Once your mattress has arrived, you get to have fun with choosing your bedding.
The color, feel and look of your bedding really set the tone for the rest of the room. This is the time to invest in high-quality bed linens that last the test of time and feel incredible to sink into.
The trick to insanely comfy bedding is layers and sizing. The more layers, the cozier it looks – so add a throw or two and add decorative pillows.
Ensure that your duvet is oversized – it should hang off all sides of the bed.
PRO TIP: For the comfiest bed of all time, always get a comforter that goes on top of your mattress and under your fitted sheet.
We recommend playing with color and texture too. Don’t choose the same flat color for all of your bedding – start with a neutral base like cream or oatmeal. Then inject color in some of the pillow and throws.
This way you won’t overwhelm the room with one strong color, and you won’t get sick of it.
Add texture to your bedding through patterns, ruffles, materials, a throw and decorative pillows.
5. Include A Cozy Nook
Now that your bed is looking and feeling delightfully comfy, the next stop is to create to create a cozy nook for yourself.
Whether your nook is used for reading, crocheting, or cuddling with your pooch, everyone needs a space like this.
First, locate the best spot in your room for this – if you have any areas with a slanted or lower ceiling – this is perfect! It creates an enclosed space that often isn’t big enough to put larger furniture items.
What you’ll need to complete this cozy reading nook is a comfy chair that ideally has an ottoman or spot for your feet to rest up. A side table to keep your books and other small belongings is perfect. And anything else that can make you feel zen – like a plant or a throw.
6. Design A Vanity Area
Every cozy room needs a wholesome vanity area. The key to creating the perfect vanity space is in the decorating. Start by finding a vanity table to suit your taste. It can be a ‘grandma core’ wooden vanity or a simple white desk.
Then cozy-fy the vanity with plants, a cute mirror, candle, a perfume bottle and other cute knick-knacks.
7. Create A Cozy Workspace
Just because you’re working doesn’t mean you can’t also be cozy! A cozy workspace is a must in this day and age!
Start by choosing your desk – opt for a light-coloured wooden desk or a white one. If we’re talking about being cozy then the pinnacle of comfort when it comes to desks is a height-adjustable desk. You can keep your body feeling comfy by switching from seated or standing when you need.
Choose an ergonomically friendly desk chair and pad it with a comfy cushion.
Ensure your screens are at eye level, so buy a stand if needed. These stands also help create more space on the desk – you can store small items underneath them.
Add a touch of nature with a plant, and any other personal touches that feel true to you.
8. Create Space With Mirrors
Mirrors are perfect for creating a sense of light and space in a room. They can also be decorative pieces in themselves. And, of course, are perfect for checking out your outfit!
Don’t forget to play with mirror of different sizes – from full-length to cute table mirrors.
9. Warm Lighting Is Everything
Lighting is an oft-forgotten element of interior design. While you can get away with only having the built-in ceiling lights, for the ultimate cozy space, more lighting is needed.
In particular, mood lighting that creates a warm ambience. We’re talking side lamps, sconces, fairy lights, standing lamps – all with a warm bulb.
The more lighting the better! The goal is to not even need the overhead ceiling lights because your atmospheric lamps illuminate the room perfectly.
The goal is that warm glow!
Remember to tie in your bedroom decor aesthetic into your lighting fixtures too.
10. Rug It Up
The easiest and fastest way to create a cozy bedroom decor look is with a rug.
Oftentimes, when a bedroom doesn’t quite look right – a rug is missing.
Rugs not only add a warm, textural element, they also help tie a room together.
Also, it’s always nicer to lounge in your bedroom barefoot on a rug vs. tile/wood floor!
11. Decorate With Art
Once you’ve got the basics of the room in place, you can begin decorating with art. Think: framed posters, wall art, macrame, sculpted vases and more.
12. Frame The Room With Curtains
Curtains aren’t just there to block out the light at night – they also add warmth and coziness to your bedroom. They are a must-have piece of bedroom decor.
Where possible, opt for ceiling-to-floor full-length curtains as they create an illusion of space and height.
For materials, it really depends on your bedroom decor aesthetic. For a boho or soft look – go for natural materials like linen or cotton.
For a more glam or elevated aesthetic, opt for fabrics like velvet.
13. Stylish storage solution
Storage is a necessity – but it doesn’t have to be boring. Find stylish storage solutions that add to your room.
This could be a storage bench at the end of your bed, a wicker basket, a stool with storage or so many other options.
14. Plants
The easiest way to make a house feel like a home is with plants.
Adding greenery to your bedroom decor repertoire is a sure-fire way to make things feel cozy and inviting.
Play with different plants of differing heights and shapes. Remember to look into their care instructions – find out if they need to be near natural light or not, and if they suit your humidity and temperature levels.
15. Textures
If your bedroom is looking a little flat and you can’t quite figure out why – it may be that there is a lack of textural elements.
Texture creates a sense of warmth, depth and coziness.
Play with texture by using different materials – not just sticking to one material. For example, with larger furniture pieces – mix woods, metals and rattan.
With softer finishings, mix patterns and materials.
When you choose a matching furniture set, you can often fall into this trap of lacking texture and depth. So choose mismatched furniture pieces. It will feel more homely too.
But always remember to stick to a handful of textures to avoid a feeling of overwhelm. There is a fine line to balance!
16. Add natural materials
Beyond just adding plants, think about incorporating natural materials into your bedroom decor.
Bringing nature into your home instantly brings a soothing feeling.
That can be wooden furniture, fresh flowers, or anything in between.
17. Vintage Touches
If you’re furnishing a room from scratch – make sure to add some vintage elements in. It instantly adds a homely touch. With all-new furnishings, the room can quickly feel flat and lacking personality.
18. Personal Touches
Don’t forget to add personal touches that mean something to you. Think framed photos, mementoes, polaroid photos, heirloom jewellery, and more.
19. Must-Have Cozy Bedroom Items
If we are really talking about cozy bedroom decor ideas then we can’t skip a cozy bathrobe. While not quite decor, it is an absolute must for any cozy gal.
Think about what items make for a cozy night-in: Robe, slippers, undereye masks, sleeping mask, a sunrise alarm clock.
20. Use Scent
Incorporating scent into your bedroom decor can’t be forgotten!
Find the right scent for your bedroom that evokes a sense of calmness and tranquillity for you. That can come in the form of candles, incense, perfume or more.
21. Country Cottage Look
If you want to nail the country cottage bedroom decor aesthetic – here is the magic formula:
- A white romantic headboard
- Touches of florals in your bedding
- A colorful dust ruffle / skirt around the bed
- Fresh flowers on your bedside table
- A wholesome rug
- And a countryside framed painting
22. Grown Woman Girly Cozy
If you prefer a more modern bedroom look, but still stick to the girly theme – then what you’ll need is:
- A light-wood bedframe
- Dusky pink bedding
- Mood lighting
- And plenty of plants
24. Earthy Cozy
If you want a more neutral bedroom look – stick to whites and creams for bedding. Keep colors earthy and inject color with plants.
You’ve now got the A-Z of how to decorate your bedroom from scratch. Start with the fundamentals like choosing an aesthetic and color scheme – then start with your bed. The rest will fall into place!
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